Belsh: Olive Oil Tour with Tastings and Snacks

Highlights

• Savor the rich flavors of fresh olive oil and local snacks
• Explore an olive grove and learn about the cultivation process
• Visit a local olive oil processing factory and see how oil is made
• Discover the heart of Belsh through its culinary and agricultural heritage
• Connect with the authentic flavors of central Albania

Description

“The Olive Route – Belsh Local Experience”– Tradition, Taste & Nature 09:30 – 10:15 | Meeting & Welcome at Belsh main square . Meet your local guide and get introduced to the history of olives in Belsh — a town home to over 1 million olive trees and a long-standing tradition of producing high-quality olive oil. 10:15 – 12:00 | Visit to a traditional olive grove during harvest season. Take a scenic walk through a local olive grove and symbolically participate in the harvesting process. Learn about native olive varieties, cultivation techniques, and the essential role of olives in the local agricultural lifestyle. 12:00 – 14:00 | Visit to an olive oil processing factory. See the full process of oil production — from traditional stone pressing to modern extraction technology. A specialized guide will explain each step, including quality control and tasting characteristics of premium olive oil. 14:00 – 15:30 | Traditional lunch at a lakeside agritourism farm. End the day with an authentic lunch at a picturesque lakeside agritourism restaurant. The menu is inspired by the tour theme and highlights dishes prepared with Belsh’s extra virgin olive oil. You’ll enjoy: Rustic bread with olive oil and oregano,fresh seasonal salad with tomatoes, peppers, and white cheese, drizzled with olive oil,oven-roasted vegetables with olive oil (eggplant, zucchini, tomatoes) Handmade jufka pasta with village chicken and olive oil,chicken stewed with lemon and olive oil or duck with traditional stuffing. 15:30 | Closure of the tour and return to the city

Includes

Belsh Olive & Culinary Experience – Half-Day Guided Tour What the tour includes: Guided Visit to an Olive Grove: Walk through centuries-old olive groves during the harvest season. Learn about the history, techniques, and passion behind the cultivation of over 1 million olive trees that cover the rolling hills of Belsh. You'll have the chance to participate in olive picking (seasonal) and connect with local farmers. Visit to a Local Olive Oil Processing Factory: Witness how freshly picked olives are transformed into premium extra virgin olive oil. The tour includes a step-by-step explanation of both traditional and modern oil production methods used in the region. Traditional Lunch: Delight in a home-cooked Albanian meal prepared with fresh local ingredients, including olive oil from the same fields you visited. Local Transport: Transportation is provided between all stops during the tour, ensuring a relaxed and comfortable experience.

Important Information

• The tour involves walking through an olive grove, so comfortable shoes are recommended. The tour is only available during the olive harvesting season.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund